In my daughters' eyes

In my daughter's eyes I am a hero
I am strong and wise and I know no fear
But the truth is plain to see
She was sent to rescue me
I see who I wanna be
In my daughter's eyes

In my daughter's eyes everyone is equal
Darkness turns to light and the
world is at peace
This miracle God gave to me gives me
strength when I am weak
I find reason to believe
In my daughter's eyes

And when she wraps her hand
around my finger
Oh it puts a smile in my heart
Everything becomes a little clearer
I realize what life is all about

It's hangin' on when your heart
has had enough
It's giving more when you feel like giving up
I've seen the light
It's in my daugter's eyes

In my daughter's eyes I can see the future
A reflection of who I am and what will be
Though she'll grow and someday leave
Maybe raise a family
When I'm gone I hope you see how happy
she made me
For I'll be there
In my daughter's eyes

Found this online and had to post it for my daughters. It is sung by Martina McBride and I love it!!!

VBS

This week has been VBS at our church. Our son has gone all week and really enjoyed it. The girls have also been working at VBS too. It has been a very busy week. Wednesday was water day and I think the favorite day of all the kids.


This is Ricky having fun in the water games. He came home soaked!!!!! Today is the last day of VBS and they get to see who wins the grand prize which is a bike. Ricky has wanted that all week but not sure if he will win since he didn't want to memorize any verses or get too many extra points. We'll see. His team over all has been winning though and he has been telling us all about the missionary story that they have been hearing all week. I'm impressed. I just hope the heat isn't as bad as it has been all week. We are still dealing with air conditioner problems. We have one that works but it is a smaller unit and only puts out so much cool air. It has been in the 90's and very humid this week. Today is suppose to rain so hopefully there will be some relief from the heat.

What's going on.....

I know I have neglected this blog for a while. It has just been so hard to keep up with this and everything else that is going on. I am keeping very busy this summer with work and not much time to keep up with blogging.
We had a really nasty storm tonight. Thought we were going to have to go to the basement but it passed. It did blow one of our windows right out of the frame. Now that is some strong wind. It didn't break though. Also, our daughter's car alarm went off. Guess it was the hail or rain that set it off. The bad thing was that the pad to shut it off was in her car so hubby went out and shut it off. Life is never boring around here. I wouldn't have it any other way.
Am really glad tomorrow if Friday. Am looking forward to the weekend and some time off to get things done around the house.

Fourth of july

Hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday. I know I am going to enjoy the extra day off :)

Summer blahs

Again the days have flown by. Can't believe it is July already. Before you know it we will be getting the kids off to school again.
Today is another busy day of work. Both my older girls work today and the younger two are just chillin' at the house with "nothing" to do at all. Ever heard that phrase at your house?? I mean the kids have game cube, PS 2, books, games, and could even go outside to play but there is still not anything to do. Maybe today if it doesn't rain we will get the new sprinkler out. It is a beach ball that shoots water out of it. It is a lot of fun. The kids played with it last week,on the day we DIDN'T have rain, and really liked it. Will have to post pictures later of it.
Well, off to work again. Have a great Tuesday.

Photo Hunt-Bright

 

Don't ya love these bright smiles..

Friday Feast # 195

Appetizer

What is the weather like today where you live?
Today it is suppose to be hot and maybe rain.


Soup

On a scale of 1-10 with 10 being highest, how career-minded are you?
I'd say about 7-8. I run my own business and have for several years now.



Salad

What type of window coverings do you have in your home? Blinds, curtains, shutters, etc.?
I have curtains and some blinds.


Main Course

Name something that instantly cheers you up.
A day I can spend with my family doing something fun.


Dessert

How many times do you hit the snooze button on a typical morning?

I usually don't since I am a morning person. :)

Photo Hunt-water

 

We went to Brookfield Zoo this year and saw this polar bear. He was so cute playing with the log in the water. He would push it in the water and then dig it back out. Very entertaining.

Life at our house

Haven't been on for quite a long time. Real life is too busy around here. Busy with work and church and family things. It seems like every time we have a free weekend or even free evening something comes up. This weekend we have an eighth grade graduation to attend, next weekend we are going school clothes shopping for our oldest. Hitting all the thrift shops and clearance isles.;)
The girls have a girls night out activity tonight. All the girls from church are going out to eat and just having a good time.
Have been home by myself lately. Hubby has been working LOTS of overtime because one of his friend's wife is very sick and may not make it much longer. Just keep her in your prayers. So, since he is working it is harder to make myself make dinner and many nights the girls are not even here because of working or other activities they have. It is usually me and my son and the animals.:) Guess they are all growing up but I do like having them here.
Thank goodness the rain has stopped. We had a little rain today but not alot. We could go without it for a while and still be good. It has been a very rainy spring.

Girly Comments & Graphics



Today is my birthday so if I am not around we are out celebrating:)Have a great weekend everyone.

Meme

I've been tagged by Sandy for this neat meme. I won't tag anyone, but if you decide to play then please leave me a comment letting me know so I can come and visit you to read more about you.

Two Names You Go By:
1. MOM
2.jules

Two Things You Are Wearing Right Now:
1. Denim jeans
2. blue tank top

Two Of Your Favorite Things:
1. my computer
2. my time alone:)

Two Things You Want Very Badly At The Moment:
1.No more rain for at least a couple of days
2. my kids to be happy

Two Favorite Pets You Have Or Had:
1. Our dog Sadie
2. Tigger

Two People You Hope Will Fill This Out:
Not sure ?????

Two Things You Did Last Night:
1. made dinner
2. Watched house

Two Things You Ate Last Night:
1. pork chops
2. strawberries

Two People You Last Talked To:
1. hubby
2. katie

Two Things You Are Doing Tomorrow:
1. working
2. doing laundry

Two of Farthest Trips Taken In The Last 5 Years:
1. To Georgia
2. To Florida

Two Favorite Holidays:
1. 4th of July
2. Christmas

Two Favorite Beverages:
1. Iced tea
2. Lemonade with oranges

Summer is officially here

Well, I can tell summer is here. Warmer weather and lazier kids;). It is nice not to be on a strict schedule like the fall,but sometimes I think we need that schedule all the time to keep things going.
The kids are not doing too much this summer. I have one in summer school and working now and the youngest ones are just enjoying summer outside.
I have been very busy with work so if I am not on here it is because I am busy taking care of the kids.
It is a little quieter here today. Not as many kids so far and it is raining and muggy outside so guess we aren't going there today either. Have had lots of rain lately.
Am fighting off a cough and really wish it would just leave. It has really worn me out!!!
Hope all of you are good and having a great summer.

Techno Kitties

Couldn't pass this up. Thought it was too cute.

Busy week

Well, there is no Friday Feast today and I haven't posted for awhile because May is a very busy month here. The girls are taking their last final today and get out early. They are very excited. I will have a sophomore in college a sophomore in high school and a junior in high school and a third grader next fall. Can't believe it!!!!! Our oldest daughter just got her acceptance email to the college she applied to yesterday. She is thrilled. I am so happy for her. She still has to take 2 classes this summer to be a full fledged sophomore but she can do it.
We are not doing too much this Memorial day weekend. Just going to my great nephews first birthday party and then coming home to work around the house. Hopefully, a relaxing extended weekend. The weather is suppose to co-operate with us too. That will be nice.
Hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Take time to spend with your families and have a relaxing weekend.

another quiz

You Are an Optimist

You definitely see the sunny side of life, even when things aren't going so great. And while you may not be a realist, your optimism has really improved your quality of life. You have the energy to take charge, solve your problems, and enjoy life for what it is. Optimists are happier and healthier - so keep thinking positive!

Are You An Optimist or Pessimist?

photo hunt-candy

Candy-something we have way too much of with my hubby working at a candy packing plant. Sometimes I wish I would never see another piece of this stuff again,but it does come in handy around Halloween time:)

Happy Birthday Brie !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

Can't believe today is Brie's 19th birthday. Her last year of teens. Time goes by way too quick!!!
We are having a cookout today to celebrate her birthday. Love you Brie!!!!!!!

Friday Feast

Appetizer

What is the nearest big city to your home?
Chicago


Soup

On a scale of 1-10 with 10 being highest, how well do you keep secrets?
I would say 8-9.


Salad

Describe your hair (color, texture, length).
Auburn with a few highlights. Shorter length and thick texture.

Main Course

What kind of driver are you? Courteous? Aggressive? Slow?
I think I am a good driver-not aggressive unless you are too close to my car.:)
Not a slow driver but I am not a "speed racer"

Dessert

When was the last time you had a really bad week?
This last week was not a great week-I was sick and we had a few other things going on too. This week is much better.

photo hunt-any photo

 

I love the perspective on this picture. The girls took this for a youth activity a few weeks ago. They won for this picture.